Vole Guard Removal
You will be helping remove vole guards off trees that no longer need protection.
Location
- Thu 3 Apr 2025, 10:00am-1:00pm
2 positions available
What you will be doing
Your task will be removing vole guards to remove plastic from environment now that protection from voles no longer needed
This task is a very important for the growth and development of our woodlands and will also help remove some plastic from the environment.
What we are looking for
The ideal volunteer for the vole guard removal task is someone who is enthusiastic about conservation and enjoys working outdoors. No prior experience is necessary, but it is beneficial if you are comfortable with physical tasks and willing to get your hands a bit dirty.
What difference this will make
The removal of vole guards has a significant positive impact on the environment, particularly in restoring and maintaining the health of young trees and overall ecosystems. Here are the key benefits:
🌳Promotes Tree Growth and Health
🌳Enhances Local Biodiversity
🌳Reduces Plastic Waste and Environmental Impact
🌳Supports Long-Term Conservation Effort
What to bring
🌳Gardening gloves if you have them (we’ll bring spare!)
🌳Waterproofs
🌳Wellies/walking boots
🌳Water & packed lunch
Getting there
Kinclaven Bluebell Wood,
Perth, PH1 4QP
Parking available at ///darker.applause.estimates
NB: Nearest train station is Dunkeld & Birnam (8.2miles away) or Perth station (12.5miles)
Facilities
You will need to bring your own pack lunch as our sites often don't have access to facilities. There should be a portaloo onsite during the day - if this is not possible on the day, Public toilets available at Blairgowrie Tesco (6.8 miles, 15 min drive)
Accessibility
This activity will include a lot of bending down and walking about on uneven ground.
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